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SBC reveals huge expansion plans for SBC Summit Rio 2025

Published

1 year ago

March 7, 2024

SBC has revealed plans to transform its SBC Summit Rio for 2025, with a larger venue, a new date and a far bigger audience.

Building on this week’s sold-out event in Brazil, SBC Summit Rio will transfer to Riocentro – the city’s foremost event space – to increase the capacity to 10,000 sports and iGaming professionals and no less than 400 exhibitors and sponsors on February 25-27, 2025.

In order to accommodate the growing number of exhibitors, SBC will organize the show floor into dedicated areas for the Casino, iGaming & Sports Betting and Payments & Fintech professionals, and will introduce the Affiliate Leaders Summit to cater to the thousands of affiliates and marketing delegates expected to attend next year.

After sharing the plans with Rio de Janeiro Governor Cláudio Castro, who attended this year’s event on Wednesday evening, SBC Founder and CEO Rasmus Sojmark revealed that the plan to triple the size of the event will solidify SBC Summit Rio 2025 as the biggest industry event in Brazil and the wider Latin American region.

He commented: “Even during the planning stage of the 2024 edition, we knew that this event held promise for further expansion. The rapid sell-out of our first event had made it clear that we needed to accommodate this increased demand.

“In 2025, with plans for over 10,000 attendees and 400 exhibitors and sponsors, we want to provide the ultimate platform for all things iGaming and sports betting in Brazil. This development is incredibly exciting for both SBC and the industry, which has supported us in this decision in more ways than we could hope for.”

Set to host the event for at least four years, the new venue provides ample space spanning over 40,000 sqm. From Pavilion 4 to the Arts Pavilion, the amphitheatre, and outdoor food courts and networking spaces, Riocentro enables SBC to host the largest sports betting and iGaming event not just in Brazil, but throughout Latin America.

Additionally, the Riocentro offers the 4-star Lagune Barra Hotel onsite and is conveniently located near several hotels within a 4km radius, all offering complimentary shuttle services to the venue, ensuring a frictionless experience for the attendees.

For its conference segment, SBC Summit Rio 2025 will bring together 250 leading industry experts from Brazil and across the globe to share their knowledge, analyze trends, and discuss proactive initiatives to further advance the industry and shape the trajectory of Brazil’s gambling landscape.

This will include discussions on regulatory frameworks, localization intricacies, sports integrity, emerging sponsorship prospects, and the evolving dynamics among operators, affiliates, regulators, media, service providers, and other stakeholders.

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The timing of the show was strategically selected for two primary reasons. Firstly, to establish a dedicated event for Brazil early in the year, enabling attendees to gather valuable market insights to shape their annual activities. Secondly, the show concludes just as the Brazilian Carnival begins in February 2025, offering attendees the opportunity to extend their stay in Rio and partake in this incredible cultural experience after attending SBC Summit Rio.

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ELA Games Receives Nominations For Innovation at the SiGMA Americas Awards 2025

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9 hours ago

March 25, 2025

Adrienn Sarkany

The ELA Games team is proud to announce it has been nominated for two categories at the prestigious SiGMA Americas Awards 2025. It has been shortlisted for the “Most Played Game 2025” and “Best Game Studio 2025” categories.

Joker Cashpot is a prime candidate for the “Most Played Game 2025” category, as it was well received by players and B2B partners, garnering widespread acclaim. Upon release, it quickly became one of the company’s most popular releases, with a margin of 27.7% in Gross Gaming Revenue within its first 30 days, ranking it second in Turnover for the company.

The studio has fostered a culture of creativity and experimentation, earning it a reputation for producing player-favourite games that encourage customer engagement and business growth for partners. ELA Games’ extensive portfolio of over 45 games and operator-friendly offerings has made it a frontrunner for the “Best Game Studio 2025” category.

Yaroslav Soloshenko, ELA Games’ Business Development Manager, commented on the nominations, “It’s an honour to be recognised for these prestigious accolades, as it’s a reflection of our team’s hard work and dedication to excellence. The nominations are for significant categories, showcasing our rapid growth into an influential figure in the iGaming industry. We look forward to attending the awards ceremony, connecting with our partners and meeting new faces.”

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WA.Technology to accelerate operators’ Brazilian growth at SiGMA Americas

Published

12 hours ago

March 25, 2025

George Miller

WA.Technology to accelerate operators’ Brazilian growth at SiGMA Americas

Leading supplier to deliver unmatched local expertise at Stand O25, Transamerica Expo Center

WA.Technology, the award-winning B2B iGaming solutions provider, is raising the bar for Brazilian operators at SiGMA Americas with its latest innovations, tailored specifically to the regulated Brazilian market.

Already recognised as one of Brazil and LatAm’s most sought-after B2B platform partners, the premium solutions provider will showcase its full range of iGaming solutions to delegates at the Transamerica Expo Center, São Paulo. These include its award-winning range of verticals, WA.Platform, WA.Affiliates, WA.Casino, WA.Sports, WA.Fantasy and WA.Lottery.

With Brazil’s gambling landscape undergoing transformative regulatory developments, WA.Technology is uniquely positioned to help operators navigate and capitalise on emerging opportunities.

From integrating popular Brazilian payment methods to offering an extensive portfolio of localised content, as well as native UX and UI, WA.Technology’s expertise within the regulated Brazilian market gives operators a critical edge over the competition – providing the necessary tools to unlock new opportunities for revenue growth.

Taking centre stage to showcase WA.Technology’s unique ability in the market will be its hugely in-demand Pick’Em Player Props sports betting offering. Pick’Em Player Props allows players to unleash their sporting knowledge across an extensive range of player proposition markets designed specifically for next-gen players.

Dave Hickey, Commercial Director at WA.Technology said: “With the regulatory landscape in Brazil evolving rapidly, operators need agile, adaptable solutions that can support their growth ambitions while delivering the native gaming experience local players know and love.”

“No one does this better than WA.Technology, and SiGMA Americas provides the perfect platform for us to demonstrate how our technology and local expertise can drive success for operators in the region.”

“We look forward to engaging with industry peers, signing new partnerships and demonstrating how WA.Technology can empower businesses to achieve significant success in the Americas and beyond.”

Compliance Updates

SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator Expands in LATAM with Peru Certification

Published

13 hours ago

March 25, 2025

George Miller

SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator Expands in LATAM with Peru Certification

SOFTSWISS, a leading iGaming software provider, continues its expansion in LATAM by obtaining certification for the Peruvian market for its Jackpot Aggregator, a comprehensive player engagement solution. This follows the recent certification of the SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator in Brazil.

The certification was achieved through GLI, an accredited testing laboratory, ensuring that the Jackpot Aggregator meets all technical and legal requirements set by Peruvian authorities.

The online casino segment in Peru has seen steady ARPU growth, increasing from 181 dollars in 2017 to a projected 513 dollars by 2028. Similarly, online sports betting has shown consistent growth, with ARPU rising from 319 dollars to 453 dollars over the same period.

The SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator effectively caters to both segments, as it can be seamlessly integrated with sportsbooks and online casinos, even those based on third-party platforms. Also, SOFTSWISS recently announced the launch of the first Network Jackpot for Sportsbooks, a rare and effective engagement tool in the market.

Angelina Stasiuk, Head of Business Line at SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator, commented: “When it comes to player retention and engagement while delivering an exciting entertainment experience, the SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator offers a powerful solution. It allows operators to easily configure and implement a variety of mechanics, from multi-level prizes to branded jackpots. We are excited that these effective tools are now available for the Peruvian market.”

The Jackpot Aggregator can also be seamlessly integrated with the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, which is also certified for the Peruvian market.

The SOFTSWISS team will be available to discuss sweepstakes, social casino segments and partnerships at SiGMA Americas in São Paulo, Brazil, from 7 to 10 April.

About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds several gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 23,500 casino games, the Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team counts over 2,000 employees.